Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Omaha
Since 1985, The Lerner has established itself as a trusted commercial real estate broker and developer, specializing in retail-focused services for national and regional clients. Our Omaha, NE-based team combines decades of industry experience with a deep understanding of retail fundamentals to deliver tailored solutions in brokerage, development, property management, and tenant representation. We prioritize client success by leveraging demographic analysis, market strategy, and hands-on project management from inception to completion. Our exclusive focus on retail real estate, supported by a ChainLinks affiliation since 1993, ensures unparalleled expertise in addressing the unique challenges of the retail sector. By maintaining long-term relationships with retailers like Bakers, PetSmart, and Chipotle, we provide actionable insights into site selection, tenant longevity, and investment risk management.Our comprehensive approach extends to mapping and demographic research, ensuring clients receive data-driven recommendations for optimal property performance. As a full-service firm, we manage every phase of commercial real estate transactions, from lease negotiations to development oversight, while maintaining transparency and accountability. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of representing over 70 retail tenants across the Upper Midwest, including Nebraska, Iowa, and surrounding states. Through customized contracts and vendor partnerships, we control costs and enhance tenant retention for property owners, ensuring sustainable growth for all stakeholders. With a legacy built on understanding both landlord and tenant needs, we continue to innovate while adhering to the core principles of integrity and client-centric service.
Services
Tenant Representation
Investment Sales
Property Management
Development
Commercial Leasing
Retail Brokerage
Market Research
Demographic Analysis
Retail Development
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We focus exclusively on retail commercial real estate with 30+ years of industry experience.
- Our team includes professionals with expertise in brokerage, development, and property management.
- We provide customized market research and demographic analysis for strategic site selection.
- Our ChainLinks affiliation since 1993 enhances our national retail industry connections.
- We manage all transaction phases from demographic analysis to lease negotiations.
Services
Tenant Representation
We advocate for retail tenants in leasing and development deals, conducting demographic analysis and market strategy planning. Our team negotiates terms while addressing site-specific factors like traffic patterns and competitor proximity. With decades of retail industry expertise, we ensure locations align with client business goals.
Investment Sales
Our investment sales services focus on retail property valuation and portfolio growth strategies. We assess market dynamics and long-term risks to identify assets that match investment objectives. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of local market microdynamics and national retail trends.
Property Management
We manage retail properties including malls, strip centers, and standalone buildings. Services include tenant relations, cost control, and maintenance coordination. Our approach emphasizes tenant retention through responsive service and strategic vendor partnerships.
Development
From site selection to grand opening, we oversee retail development projects like shopping centers and restaurants. Our team coordinates with architects and contractors while handling zoning approvals and permit acquisition to ensure timely project completion.
Market Research
We provide detailed demographic and site analysis for commercial real estate decisions. Services include traffic count evaluation, competitor mapping, and customized aerial reports to support informed leasing and development choices.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide tenant representation, investment sales, property management, development, and market research services focused on retail real estate.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Upper Midwest, including Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
Why specialize in retail real estate?
Our exclusive retail focus since 1985 provides deeper industry insights and specialized expertise that generalist firms cannot match.
How do you approach property management?
We focus on tenant retention through cost control, responsive maintenance, and customized contracts tailored to each property's unique needs.
What sets your market research apart?
We combine demographic analysis with on-site evaluations and customized aerial reports to address specific client business requirements.
